Security or Surveillance? The Debate Over Condo Resident ID Cards
Buildings are exploring stricter access controls, including resident ID cards. The benefits are clear, but so are the concerns.
April 29, 2026 3 min read
Buildings are exploring stricter access controls, including resident ID cards. The benefits are clear, but so are the concerns.
Down payment assistance programs in Florida can offer up to six figures in support. See how buyers can reduce upfront costs and move into a home sooner.
Builder confidence is slipping as higher rates, rising fuel costs, and economic uncertainty threaten to derail what was expected to be a strong spring housing market.
Looking for down payment assistance in Texas? From grants to forgivable loans, these programs can help cover upfront costs and speed up your path to homeownership.
Even as mortgage rates rise, economists and real estate agents believe that we're in store for a good spring market.
Inventory is rising, buyers are gaining leverage, and more homes are hitting the market. New data from Zillow and Realtor.com signals a stronger-than-expected spring housing season.
Aging homes are driving up repair bills nationwide. With costs surging, tapping home equity is becoming a go-to solution for cash-strapped homeowners.
Single women now make up a powerful share of homebuyers. Here’s how changing finances, lifestyles, and longevity are fueling the shift.
Here are the county-level housing markets that posed the greatest threat to homeowners in the last quarter of 2025. Most are in Florida, California, and New Jersey.
An empty nest brings change – and opportunity. Learn how smart home upgrades can improve your lifestyle, support future plans, and even increase your home’s long-term value.
Lawmakers want to curb big investors, but new data shows they’re already selling more homes than they're buying. Is the crackdown coming too late to matter?
Home flipping is slowing as rising costs and softening prices squeeze profits. However, some markets still offer strong returns for investors who know where to look.
The average lifetime cost of maintaining a home is $339,000. Many homeowners think it's $70,000. That gap can lead to acute financial pain.
You can buy a home with little to no money – but should you? A 35-year housing finance expert shares what most first-time buyers overlook before making this life-changing decision.
From statewide CalHFA programs to city-specific aid up to $500k, California offers extensive down payment assistance options to help buyers reduce upfront costs and become homeowners sooner.
Looking forward to closing on your new home? Avoid these two common homebuyer mistakes that have the potential to derail your plans.
Down payment assistance programs can make a real difference in challenging housing markets, such as Detroit, MI, according to the Federal Reserve
Many first-time buyers are still shopping rentals while checking out sale listings, and for some, it may be a wise decision.
